Veterans of 10th Mountain Division remember WWII from Juneau

Thu, September 27, 2007 
Posted in THE WAR

The 10th Mountain Division suffered one of the highest casualty rates of World War II. But where others failed, the 10th made way for Allied victory in Italy. Members would later pioneer the ski industry and modern outdoor gear companies back in the U.S. Juneau is home to a few veterans of the skiing and climbing troops.

Katie Bausler, KTOO - Juneau

Story reposted here courtesy of APRN

 
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